You see people making big life changes, like going to medical school at 45, because they couldn't imagine being an accountant (会计师) for 20 more years. It seems magical, like one day they just decided to make it happen. For some people, it might work that way. In truth, it takes years of thinking and planning. I've figured out how to streamline things a bit. You may want to try it yourself.
First, accept the uncertainty of life. As much as we don't like to admit it, life is uncertain. If you doubt me, go back 10 years and ask yourself where you thought you'd be now. I doubt it looks exactly like you planned.
Second, be open to possibilities. Many times, we know we want to do something, but we don't know what "it" is. Explore a bit. Brainstorm.
Then, once you decide on something, it's time to plan a bit. As you meet different difficulties, make sure you spend time questioning your assumptions (设想). Maybe something you always considered true is nothing more than someone else's opinion.
Finally, as paths (路线) open, head down them. Don't worry if you experience false starts. Almost all of the stories readers shared with me about doing life-changing things involved changing plans, disappointment and lots of hard work. But in the end, it was worth it.
A. That might seem a bit obvious.
B. At this point, difficulties start to show up.
C. We never know exactly where it will take us.
D. It stops you from just making big life changes.
E. However, most of the time, it's much less magical.
F. Allow things to come up and be open to new ideas.
G. There will be plenty of those, and you may only need a quick course correction.
